Albies went hitless in his return but the Braves hope he can bring a spark with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread.

The Atlanta Braves returned three-time All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies from his rehabilitation assignment and reinstated him from the injured list prior to Friday's series opener against the host Miami Marlins.

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies returns as solely a right-handed hitter. He had a good rehab assignment but he might still need some adjusting.